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Pope Francis held a historic public mass for an estimated 170,000 Catholics at a stadium in the capital of the United Arab Emirates on Tuesday, capping the first ever papal visit to the Gulf where Islam was born. Aircraft fly over the presidential palace in Abu Dhabi during a reception for Pope Francis AFP/Giuseppe CACACE The pontiff waved at the enthusiastic crowd carrying yellow Vatican flags and banners as he rode in an open-top Popemobile into Zayed Sports City Stadium, where an altar with a large cross was set up for the unprecedented open-air service in a country that normally restricts worship to inside churches. The UAE borders Saudi Arabia, the birthplace of Islam, but unlike its larger neighbour, which outlaws all non-Muslim places of worship, Abu Dhabi allows Christians among its large migrant workforce to practise their faith discreetly. Francis, who has made outreach to Muslim communities a cornerstone of his papacy, wrapped up his historic three-day visit with the … [Read more...] about Pope Francis holds historic public mass in UAE

Permanent Deputy PM Truong Hoa Binh (R) and Pope Francis. Photo: VGP Deputy PM Binh conveyed thanks of Vietnamese Acting President Dang Thi Ngoc Thinh and family of late State President Tran Dai Quang to Pope Francis for sending condolences and dispatching representative to bid last farewell to the late Vietnamese State President. He briefed about recent achievements in socio-economic development and international integration in Viet Nam, stressing that they are the outcomes of aggregate efforts of all Vietnamese people, including religious community. Viet Nam has constantly improved policies to ensure freedom of religion and belief for all Vietnamese and created favorable conditions for religions to operate in accordance with the Constitution and charters and statutes of the religions, which can be viewed in all-round development and diverse activities of the religions in the Southeast Asian country, said Deputy PM Binh. Pope Francis welcomed Deputy PM Binh to the Holy See, … [Read more...] about Deputy PM Binh meets Pope Francis, Cardinal Parolin

Two Chinese Catholic bishops attending a Vatican meeting for the first time following a landmark deal between Beijing and the Holy See said on Tuesday (Oct 16) they have invited Pope Francis to visit. Pope Francis has sought to improve relations between the Vatican and China, which have not had diplomatic relations since 1951. (Photo: AFP/Alberto Pizzoli) "While we were here, we invited Pope Francis to come to China," Bishop Joseph Guo Jincai said in an interview with Avvenire, the daily newspaper of the Italian bishops' conference. "We are waiting for him," Guo said. Last year the pope said he would like to visit China "as soon as they send me an invitation". The trip would be of great significance as the Vatican has not had diplomatic relations with Beijing since 1951. There are an estimated 12 million Catholics in China, divided between a government-run association whose clergy are chosen by the Communist Party, and an unofficial church which swears allegiance to the … [Read more...] about Chinese bishops invite Pope Francis for historic visit

Pope Francis meets with President of the Socialist Republic of Việt Nam, Trần Đại Quang, in a private audience in Vatican, on 23 November 2016. — AFP/VNA PhotoViet Nam News ROME — Pope Francis sent a message of condolence to Việt Nam on the passing of President Trần Đại Quang, reported Vatican Radio on Saturday. In the message sent to Vice President Đặng Thị Ngọc Thịnh, the Pope extended his profound condolences and wished for peace and blessings to the Vietnamese people, especially the family of the late President. In 2016, President Quang paid a call to Pope Francis and met the Prime Minister of the Vatican, Cardinal Pietro Parolin. The government and political parties of Brazil also cabled condolences to the Vietnamese government and people. The Brazilian Foreign Ministry issued a press release saying that as a State leader since 2016, President Trần Đại … [Read more...] about Pope Francis, Brazilian leaders send condolences on President’s passing

President Tran Dai Quang inspects guards of honour during India visit on March 3, 2018 (Source: VNA) Rome (VNA) – Pope Francis sent a message of condolences to Vietnam on the passing of President Tran Dai Quang, reported the Vatican Radio on September 22. In the message sent to Vice President Dang Thi Ngoc Thinh, the Pope extended his profound condolences and wished for peace and blessings to the Vietnamese people, especially the family of the late President. In 2016, President Quang paid a call to Pope Francis and met Prime Minister of Vatican, Cardinal Pietro Parolin. The government and political parties of Brazil also cabled condolences to the Vietnamese government and people. The Brazilian Foreign Ministry issued a press release saying that as a State leader since 2016, President Tran Dai Quang walked on a meaningful path towards the development of Vietnam - an important partner of Brazil in Southeast Asia, as well as protection of … [Read more...] about Pope Francis, Brazilian leaders condole Vietnam on President’s passing